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Framed Print : HMS Implacable, February 1950
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HMS Implacable, February 1950
HMS Implacable in Weymouth Bay, February 1950
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1762333
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Aircraft Carriers Fleet Air Arm Postwar Royal Navy Ships
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Framed Print of "HMS Implacable, February 1950" by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum's collection. This iconic image captures the historic aircraft carrier HMS Implacable anchored in Weymouth Bay during February 1950. The print beautifully depicts the ship against the backdrop of the English Channel, with the snow-capped cliffs of Dorset in the distance. The framing enhances the intricate details of the painting, making it a perfect addition to any home or office space. Bring a piece of aviation history into your living space with this exquisitely detailed Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, HMS Implacable, a formidable vessel of the Royal Navy's fleet, anchors in Weymouth Bay during February 1950. The postwar era had seen a significant revival of the British naval forces, and the Implacable, commissioned in 1945, was a testament to this resurgence. This aircraft carrier, the third to bear the name Implacable in the Royal Navy, was the largest and most powerful of the Colossus class. With a length of 822 feet and a displacement of 27,100 tons, it was a formidable presence on the water. The ship's distinctive angled flight deck, designed to facilitate the takeoff and landing of aircraft, was a marvel of engineering and innovation. The photograph captures the Implacable in its element, surrounded by the tranquil waters of Weymouth Bay. The ship's imposing silhouette is dwarfed only by the vast expanse of the sky, a reminder of the boundless freedom that the Fleet Air Arm pilots would soon experience as they took to the skies above. The image is further enhanced by the presence of several aircraft, including Sea Hornets and Sea Furies, which are visible on the flight deck and in the foreground. Charles E Brown, a photographer from the Royal Air Force, expertly captured the essence of this moment in time. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the role that the Royal Navy and the Fleet Air Arm played in the postwar era, as they worked to maintain the peace and protect the United Kingdom's interests on the world stage. The Implacable, with its powerful presence and advanced capabilities, was a symbol of the determination and resilience of the British people in the face of adversity.
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